MEMPHIS ADULT HIGH SCHOOL

Algebra 2 Course Syllabus

Course Title: Algebra 2
Class Schedule: Monday and Wednesday 4:30 pm - 8:30 pm
First Day of Class: 08-12-13 Last Day of Class: 12-20-13


Educator Information
First Name: Last Name: Melvin Robinson
Room #:207 (Messick Adult School)
E-mail Address: Robinsonmelvin@scsk12.org


Materials
Text Information: Tennessee ADP end of course (Coach)
Technology and Software: graphing calculator and Texas Instrument Smart-view software
Supplies and Supplementary Materials: pencil, paper and graphing calculators.


Classroom Policies and Procedures
Attendance Policy: Students are required to attend class daily
Homework Policy: Homework/in class assignment will be assigned each class session and will
be corrected on a prearranged schedule. It is strongly suggested that each student take time
each week after school to check his/her homework and ask for help to make the necessary
corrections before the due date of each assignment. No credit will be given for problems that do
not show all formulas, calculations and / or steps necessary to determine an answer.
Assignment must be turned in on their due date. If you are absent you must bring your work the
next school day.
Grading System: Requirements to pass the course

93 - 100 A
92 - 85 B
84 - 75 C
74 - 70 D
69 - F


Course Curriculum
GLE/CLE/CHECKS/SPIs:

Course Level Expectations (CLEs)


Tennessee/National Standards:

Mathematical Processes New Strand*
Number and Operation Content Strand
Algebra Content Strand
Geometry and Measurement Content Strand
Data Analysis, Probability, Statistics Content Strand




Topical Outline/Course Calendar
Weekly
Schedule

As you type, spaces will expand. Assessments (Formative
and/or Summative)
Week 1 CLE 3103.3.1 Understand and apply properties of rational
exponents and perform basic operations to simplify
algebraic expressions.
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 2 CLE 3103.2.2 Understand the hierarchy of the complex
number system and relationships between the elements,
properties and operations
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 3 CLE 3103.2.2 Understand the capabilities and limitations of
technology when performing operations, graphing, and
solving equations involving complex numbers.
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 4 CLE 3103.3.1 Understand and apply properties of rational
exponents and perform basic operations to simplify
algebraic expressions.
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 5 CLE 3101.3.3 Analyze and apply various methods to solve
equations, absolute values, and inequalities, and systems of
equations over complex numbers.
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 6 CLE 3103.3.3 Analyze and apply various methods to solve
equations, absolute values, and inequalities, and systems of
equations over complex numbers.
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 7 CLE 3103.3.5 Use mathematical models involving equations
and systems of equations to represent, interpret, and
analyze quantitative relationships, change in various
contexts and other real-world phenomena.
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 8 CLE 3103.3.4 Graph and compare equations and
inequalities in two variables..
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 9 CLE 3101.3.3 Analyze and apply various methods to solve
equations, absolute values, inequalities, and systems of
equations over complex number
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 10 CLE 3103.3.2 Understand, analyze, transform and
generalize mathematical patterns, relations and functions
using properties and various representations.
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 11 CLE 3103.3.5 Use mathematical models involving equations
and systems of equations to represent, interpret, and
analyze quantitative relationships, change in various
contexts and other real-world phenomena.
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 12 CLE 3103.4.1 Understand the trigonometric functions and
their relationship to the unit circle.
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 13 CLE 3103.4.2 Know and use the basic identities of sine, Test, Quizzes and Oral
cosine, and tangent as well as their reciprocals. Presentations.
Week 14 CLE 3103.4.3 Graph all six trigonometric functions and
identify their key characteristics.
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 15 CLE 3103.5.1 Describe, interpret, and apply quantitative
data.
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 16 CLE 3103.5.2 Evaluate and critique various ways of
collecting data and using information based on data
published in the media.
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 17 CLE 3103.3.3 Analyze and apply various methods to solve
equations, absolute values, inequalities, and systems of
equations over complex numbers.
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.
Week 18 CLE 3103.3.1 Understand and apply properties of rational
exponents and perform basic operations to simplify
algebraic expressions.
Test, Quizzes and Oral
Presentations.


SAMPLE SYLLABUS
ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM

Instructor: Sharon Bryant sbryant6@ccc.edu (312) 553-3309
Course Title: Beginning ABE Math
Term: Fall 2009 (August 31, 2009 December 19, 2009)
Class Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 9 am 12 pm
Lab: Tuesday & Thursday 12:05 pm 1:05 pm

Course Description: This 8-week Adult Basic Education Math course is designed to reinforce
addition, subtraction, and estimation competencies, simple decimals and fractions are also
introduced during the course. Mathematical lessons reflect real-life situations and usage in
which sound knowledge of vocabulary, critical thinking, and mathematical concepts are needed.
Pre-requisites: Successful completion of Beginning Literacy Math or TABE score of 2.0 or
higher.

Course Objectives:
1. Recognize even (e.g. 0, 2, 4, 6, and 8 etc) and odd (e.g. 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9, etc) number
endings.
2. Know that the position of a digit signifies its value (ones, tens, hundreds, etc), including the
use of zero.
3. Associate whole numbers to their respective spoken names, written, and numerals.
4. Memorize timetables 6 12.
5. Add or subtract 2 through 4-digit numbers with or without regrouping numbers, apply rules if
necessary.
6. Multiply and divide 2 and 3 digit numbers.
7. Identify dimensional shapes (e.g. a square, circle, rectangle, and a triangle) and use in
simple word problems.
8. Define: metrics and solve basic metric conversion problems.
9. Solve two-step word problems applying appropriate operations (addition, subtraction,
multiplication and or division).
10. Distinguish how mode, mean, and median are used in simple word problems.
11. Define: fractions and distinguish proper fractions, improper fractions and mixed fractions.
12. Divide the whole into parts (e.g. dividing a pizza into equal parts).
13. Define: decimals and compare decimals according to size (e.g. difference between .07 & .7).
14. Identify place values to the right and left of the decimal point.
15. Illustrate and demonstrate the connection between decimals and money.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Apply understanding of ways numbers are represented and used in the real world (Use
fractions or , classify as even or odd).
Perform the four basic mathematical operations using whole numbers up to three digits
(add, subtract, multiplication and division).
Use beginning estimation knowledge and units of measurement skills to solve
mathematical problems.
Apply mathematical vocabulary and concepts to solve specific word problems.

Student Expectations:
1. Students are encouraged to attend every class with the desire to gain, grow, and develop the
necessary concepts,
skills and understanding needed to successfully pass the GED tests.
2. Students are expected to be in class on time ready to work and participate in activities and
provide input.
3. Students are expected to complete all assignments and homework.
4. The Adult Education Department follows CCC & ICCB rules regarding attendance.
Students who are absent for six consecutive
days will be dropped from the class immediately.

Evaluation Methods:
1. Skills Inventory Pre- & Post tests
2. Quizzes
3. *Mid-term exam
4. Final exam (TABE or Skills)
* Makeup quizzes and Mid-term exam must be taken prior to the next class meeting.

Textbook Information: Contemporarys Number Power 1 & 2, Achieving TABE Success Math,
Math Notebook/journal, (Casio FX260 Solar Calculator is recommended, not required).

Web based resources:
http://www.ntlf.com/htm/lib/bib/91-9ig.htm
http://icarus.ubetc.buffalo.edu/etc/tlr/whatis.html
http://www.wcer.wisc.edu/archive/cl1/cl/doingcl/sndprob.htm
http://slincs.coe.utk.edu/gtelab/learning_activities/34chec.html
http://slincs.coe.utk.edu/gtelab/learning_activities/74bowk.html

Supplies and Supplementary Materials: Handouts, TV/VCR, computer lab, and other math
manipulatives, as needed. 8
Topical Outline/Course Calendar (Week-by-Week Schedule)
Math Tutoring in the Math Computer Lab meets directly
after class. Week 1
Introduction to course content, overview of
Syllabus, and Course expectations
Skills Inventory Pre-test
Video tape Passing the GED Math Tests
How to Make Sense of Numbers
What is the purpose of the Progress Chart & Math
Journal
Week 2 Mad Math Drills (Tables 1-5)
Review of Skills Inventory Pre-test & Number sense
Introduction: Addition & Subtraction Properties
Journal: In your journal, describe what images
come to mind when you think about jobs involving
math
Share journal with class
Cooperative Group Activity Identify and match
math properties
Week 3 Mad Math Drill (Tables 6-7)
Review of Addition & Subtraction Properties
Mental math Addition & Subtraction problems
Introduce/Review Mode, Mean & Median
Journal: In your journal, describe how you might
teach someone to add or subtract
Share Journal with class
Review strategies for Quiz One (Number Sense,
Mode, Median, and Mean, Addition & Subtraction)
Quiz one & review results from quiz one
Introduction: Understanding Multiplication
Video tape Understanding Multiplication
* Makeup quizzes and Mid-term exam must be taken
prior to the next class meeting.
Week 4 Mad Math Drills (Tables 6-9)
Mental Math (Cooperative Group Activity)
Mental Math Challenge (multiplication)
Journal: In your journal, complete sentences:
Share journal with class
Review strategies for mid-term exam (Number
Sense, mode, median and mean, addition,
subtraction & multiplication)
Mid-term exam, review mid-term results and
distribute mid-point progress charts
Introduction: Understanding Division & Video
Understanding Division
* Makeup quizzes and Mid-term exam must be taken
prior to the next class meeting.
Week 5 Mad Math Drills (Tables 6-11)
Review of Division strategies and Order of
Operations
Mental math (Simple-one step word problems)
Journal: In your journal, describe how you used
math this week outside of class